Dry teeth lose their glow: study uses special lights to track changes
NCT ID NCT07295977
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how dehydration changes the natural fluorescence (glow) of teeth. Ten healthy adults will have their teeth dried and photographed under special lights at different times. The goal is to understand these changes so dentists can better use fluorescence imaging to spot early tooth problems.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help dentists better detect early tooth problems using fluorescence imaging.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early study with only 10 participants. It only looks at changes from dehydration, not at any treatment or disease. Results may not apply to everyone.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 10 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Apr 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2025
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Individuals with caries-free teeth, no enamel defects, no restorations on tooth surfaces, no visible plaque, and adequate cognitive ability to read and understand the informed consent form will be included in the study. Those with teeth exhibiting discoloration or with systemic conditions or medication use that may cause structural changes on the tooth surfaces will be excluded. Maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth will be evaluated.
- Ages
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18 to 35 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals with caries-free teeth, no enamel defects, no restorations on tooth surfaces, no visible plaque, and adequate cognitive ability to read and understand the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with teeth exhibiting discoloration or with systemic conditions or medication use that may cause structural changes on the tooth surfaces.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)